repaired · 2026 Q3
Doors: lock
NewRisk. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury.
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG A35Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG A35, most often about the visibility/wiper. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-354 the manufacturer reports only 81% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 24, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG A35 has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Visibility/wiper
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG A35 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Communication: auto crash notification
Risk. A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency…
repaired · 2023 Q4
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Child seat
Risk. If the anchoring bar is missing from the ISOFIX bracket, the child restraint cannot be properly secured to the seat using the ISOFIX securing system,…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2021 vs. every other AMG A35 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the AMG A35 median. How we score
'20'21
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What AMG A35 owners report
Recent visibility/wiper complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Sunroof shattered unexpectedly. Was driving and gun shot sound was the was top sunroof shattering. Was on smooth road going 45 mph with no other vehicle in front or behind.
Own a 2021 AMG A35?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.